Synonyms of complement

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noun

ˈkäm-plə-mənt 

1

as in supplement

something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else

with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supplement
• correlate
• addition
• extension
• appendix
• accompaniment
• additive
• annex
• adjunct
• accessory
• filler
• appendage
• appliance
• addendum
• attachment

2

as in capacity

the largest number or amount that something can hold

a full complement of sailors on the ship

Synonyms & Similar Words

• capacity
• volume
• real estate
• cubage
• fill
• load
• area
• measure
• burden
• room
• space
• fullness
• stowage

complement

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verb

ˈkäm-plə-ˌment 

as in to adorn

to serve as a completing element to

this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adorn
• enhance
• complete
• decorate
• improve
• round (off or out)
• better
• finish (off)
• flesh (out)
• perfect
• constitute
• beautify
• enrich
• form
• embellish
• make up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of complement

Noun

The show makes a festive complement to the museum’s mainstay exhibits on coal mines, trains, planes, ships, and more. — Allison Yates, Midwest Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Her human slogan machine rap seemed more like a complement to JT’s malleable traditionalism rather than the other way around. — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 28 Oct. 2026

Verb

Soft purple eye shadow complemented the intricate three-dimensional flowers on her gown, while pink blush high on her cheekbones gave the 20-year-old actress a flattering glow. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

While sneakerinas were the tennis shoe of the summer, chunky sneakers provide a heftiness that complements fall layers and heavier fabrics. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 Oct. 2026